Jaden Bray News, Rumors, Updates - West Virginia Mountaineers

Volume suffers in ground-game showcase Bray caught 2 of 5 targets for 22 yards during Saturday's 41-24 loss against Oklahoma State.

Impact Bray took a back seat statistically, finishing with just two catches in a game where West Virginia's rushing attack dominated the play calling. The lack of production is more a reflection of the offensive game plan than a change in role, as the Mountaineers ran the ball 66 times and generated most of their offense on the ground. As the passing volume inevitably rises in other matchups, Bray should have better opportunities to make an impact.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Bray (hip) is off the injury report for Saturday's game against Oklahoma State.

Impact Bray was limited earlier in the week but will be ready to roll for Saturday's action. The senior wideout has already eclipsed his yardage total from a year ago.

SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as probable for Saturday Bray (hip) is probable for Saturday's game against Oklahoma State, per the Big 12 availability report.

Impact Bray is trending towards suiting up Saturday, even after a report indicated he would be limited in practice. The wideout has recorded six receptions for 96 yards so far this season.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in practice but should still play Bray (hip) will be limited in practice this week for the Mountaineers but he's expected to play Saturday against Oklahoma State, per Spencer Ripchik of The Dominion Post.

Impact Bray is coming off his best performance of the season, a two-catch, 67-yard outing in the road win over Virginia. The wideout is battling a hip ailment, but he's expected to be just fine come Saturday although he'll be limited in practice throughout the week.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Still searching for consistency Bray reeled in 2 of 3 targets for 67 yards during Saturday's 38-27 victory over Virginia.

Impact Bray flashed his upside against Virginia as West Virginia's most explosive perimeter receiver. The problem is consistency. Bray profiles as the Mountaineers' number one receiver, but the target volume has been uneven through three games, and the offense continues to lean heavily on the run game. Fantasy managers should stay patient. The talent and role suggest bigger games are coming, but he'll likely remain a boom-or-bust option until West Virginia throws more frequently.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Provides a reliable target for QB Bray notched four receptions (on five targets) for 29 yards during Saturday's 31-24 win versus Coastal Carolina.

Impact Bray may have not posted the splashiest numbers in West Virginia's opener, but the veteran receiver remained an important part of the passing attack as Michael Hawkins settled into his first start. With the Mountaineers leaning heavily on their rushing game and Hawkins attempting only 14 passes, opportunities were limited across the receiver room. Bray's experience and route-running should continue to earn him a steady role as the season progresses. He remains a viable fantasy depth option, especially if West Virginia is forced into more pass-heavy game scripts in upcoming weeks.

SEPTEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

WVU WR Jaden Bray Named to Comeback Player of The Year Watchlist West Virginia senior wide receiver Jaden Bray has collected just nine receptions over the course of his two seasons with the program due to...

AUGUST 22 • SI.COM

Rich Rodriguez and West Virginia look for turnaround after a 4-8 season and roster exodus

West Virginia coach Rich Rodriguez relied heavily on the transfer portal to replenish a depleted roster heading into the 2026 season

AUGUST 17 • Associated Press

Jaden Bray is Getting Some Reps at a New Spot in Fall Camp for WVU A lot of things can be accomplished throughout fall camp, one of which is trying guys at some new positions. You're never going to do anythi...

AUGUST 9 • SI.COM

Reps at new spot Bray is logging slot reps during West Virginia's fall camp, Schuyler Callihan of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Even though Bray has slot-receiver experience, having lined up 57 times there during games, most of his bread and butter is as an outside receiver. Callihan's report simply indicates that the wide receiver may log a more versatile role next season. The change may benefit Bray, whose last seasons (both injury-riddled) include fewer than 200 receiving yards.

AUGUST 9 • ROTOWIRE

Jaden Bray is '100%' and Leading WVU WRs While Prince Strachan Remains 'Banged Up' The West Virginia coaching staff is searching for at least six or seven reliable guys to be a part of its wide receiver rotation this fall,...

AUGUST 8 • SI.COM

What Numbers Mike Hawkins Jr., Cam Cook and Jaden Bray Could Produce in 2026 West Virginia's offense was quite the eyesore in 2025, mostly due to a long list of injuries and constant rotation at quarterback and runnin...

JULY 23 • SI.COM

Healthy for spring ball Bray (undisclosed) is healthy for spring ball, per The Dominion Post.

Impact Bray missed the majority of the 2025 season, playing in just the first two games before sitting out the rest of the year. He tallied seven catches for 95 yards this past fall before his injury, but the wideout should be primed for a much bigger output in his fifth-year senior season. The fact that he's healthy for spring ball can only help his case to make an early impact in the Mountaineer offense.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Dampier throws career-high 4 TD passes, runs for a score and Utah beats West Virginia 48-14

Devon Dampier threw a career-high four touchdown passes and ran for another score as Utah beat West Virginia 48-14

SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Between The Eers: Panic Mode for WVU? What's the Plan Without Jahiem White? Bad news, good news. West Virginia officially lost running back Jahiem White (knee) and wide receiver Jaden Bray (foot) for the season, but...

SEPTEMBER 9, 2025 • SI.COM

Out for season Bray (undisclosed) is expected to miss the remainder of the 2025 season, Mike Casazza of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Bray was carted off the field during West Virginia's Week 2 loss to Ohio, and he's not expected to return this season. It's unclear what type of injury the senior wideout is dealing with. With Bray out, look for Rodney Gallagher, Preston Fox and Justin Smith-Brown to see more targets. Bray will finish the season with seven catches on nine targets for 95 yards.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2025 • Associated Press

Carted off Saturday Bray (undisclosed) was carted off the field and to the locker room during Saturday's game against Ohio, Ryan Decker of WBOY 12 News Clarksburg reports.

Impact The fact that Bray had to be carted off the field and straight into the locker room isn't an encouraging sign, and it wouldn't be surprising if he doesn't return to action. If that's the case, expect Rodney Gallagher, Preston Fox and Justin Smith-Brown to see an uptick in their workload. Prior to departing the contest, Bray had recorded four catches for 69 yards, leading the team in both categories.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

West Virginia Star Opens Up About His Interest in Deion Sanders' Colorado Team While speaking at Big 12 media days last week, West Virginia Mountaineers standout wide receiver Jaden Bray admitted that he holds great res...

JULY 18, 2025 • SI.COM

Preston Fox's return to WVU pushes competition in deep receiver room - Dominion Post MORGANTOWN — Jaden Bray was sitting in the West Virginia meeting room when a familiar face unexpectedly walked in. The familiar face was Wes...

JULY 15, 2025 • DOMINIONPOST.COM

Participating in spring practice Bray (lower leg) participated in West Virginia's spring practice session, per the team's official X account.

Impact Bray missed the second half of the 2024 season with a lower leg injury but appears to be ready to go heading into 2025. The 6-foot-2 receiver appeared in five games for the Mountaineers prior to his injury last year, catching two passes for 88 scoreless yards.

MARCH 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Done for season Bray (lower leg) will miss the rest of the 2024 season, Schuyler Callihan of SI.com reports.

Impact Bray is set to miss the rest of the season as he continues to battle through a lower leg injury. He has missed each of the last five games, so this news does not come as a major surprise.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for UCF game Bray (lower leg) is doubtful for West Virginia's game Saturday against Central Florida, Schuyler Callihan of SI.com reports.

Impact Bray suffered an injury setback, hence why he went from "really close" to a return to being far from one, at least for Saturday's game. Ideally, his injury status is updated again once more before game time.

NOVEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

'Really close' to return Bray (lower leg) is "really close" to returning according to head coach Neal Brown, Schuyler Callihan of SI.com reports.

Impact Bray had already been ruled out for West Virginia's tilt with Baylor, but it appears as if the receiver could feasibly make his return next week. His lower leg injury has kept him out of four straight games, and he has just two catches for 88 yards this season. Still, he should factor in as a deep threat for the Mountaineers whenever he does return.

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Baylor Bray (lower leg) will remain out against Baylor in Week 12, Schuyler Callihan of SI.com reports.

Impact Bray will now miss his fifth straight game. The receiver has two grabs for 88 yards this season as a seldom-used big-play threat. His next chance to suit up will come on Nov. 23 versus Central Florida.

NOVEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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